General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, Chief of Defence Forces, has reaffirmed Uganda People’s Defence Force (UPDF) commitment to supporting the Central African Armed Forces (FACA) through capacity-building initiatives, showing Uganda’s pan-African approach to regional security cooperation.
The Chief of Defence Forces made the remarks during a meeting with Maj Gen Zépherin Mamadou, Chief of General Staff of FACA, at the Special Forces Command headquarters in Entebbe on 5th February 2026.
He emphasized that the UPDF is dedicated to assisting FACA with training and capacity-building, stressing that well-prepared national forces are vital for Africa-led solutions to regional security challenges.
“The UPDF is committed to supporting FACA through training and capacity-building, because strong and capable national forces are key to addressing Africa’s shared security challenges,” Gen Kainerugaba stated.
Maj Gen Mamadou welcomed Uganda’s continued support, noting that training under the existing military cooperation agreement has been critical in rebuilding FACA’s operational capacity.
“The training provided at specialized, junior, and senior leadership levels has enabled us to fill command gaps and strengthen our armed forces. This cooperation has significantly contributed to stability in our country,” Maj Gen Mamadou said.
Mamadou conveyed greetings from Central African Republic President H.E. Faustin-Archange Touadéra and the Ministry of Defence, expressing gratitude to Gen Kainerugaba for Uganda’s sustained support.
He added that the enhanced capacity of FACA helped create a secure environment for the country’s recent elections, highlighting the impact of African military cooperation on peace and governance.
The meeting reaffirmed the longstanding defence partnership between Uganda and the Central African Republic, which prioritizes training, leadership development, and institutional strengthening of national forces.
As part of his visit, Major General Mamadou is expected to attend Uganda’s 45th Tarehe Sita celebrations today February 6th, 2026, at Kabale National Teachers’ College.
Officials said this participation symbolizes the deepening military ties and solidarity between the two countries.
The visit and discussions underscore Uganda’s commitment to regional security cooperation and pan-African solidarity, highlighting the role of capacity-building and military partnerships in strengthening national forces, promoting stability, and supporting peace and governance across the region.
